POST 2016 -Transferable Limited Warranty on Glass
The glass in Renewal by Andersen® factory glazed windows (including high-performance
Low-e4® glass, high-performance Low-e4® Sun glass, high-performance Low-e4® SmartSun™
glass, high-performance SmartSun glass with HeatLock® technology, patterned glass [including obscure, fern, reed and cascade designs]), Finelight™ grilles, divided light grilles and
tempered versions of these glass options is warranted to be free from defects in manufacturing,
materials and workmanship for twenty (20) years from the original installation date. It is also
warranted not to develop, under normal conditions, any material change in appearance resulting from manufacturing defects or as a result of premature failure of the glass or organic seal
for twenty (20) years from the original installation date. This limited warranty on glass does not
apply to special order glazings, art glass, insulated art glass, impact-resistant glass or glass
that is not factory installed by Renewal by Andersen.
In the event a glass failure occurs as a result of a defect in manufacturing, materials or workmanship within the limited warranty period, Renewal by Andersen, at its option, will: [1] provide
and install the appropriate replacement glass product or [2] provide a factory-authorized repair
to the existing glass. Such replacement or repair is warranted for the remainder of the original
limited warranty period.
Transferable Limited Warranty on Fibrex® Material Components
The Fibrex® material components of your Renewal by Andersen windows (including frame, sash,
and exterior grilles) are warranted not to flake, rust, blister, peel, crack, pit or corrode and be
free from defects in manufacturing, materials and workmanship for a period of twenty (20)
years from the original installation date.
In the event a Fibrex material component fails as a result of a defect in manufacturing, materials or workmanship within the limited warranty period, Renewal by Andersen, at its option, will:
[1] provide and install the appropriate replacement parts or [2] provide a factory-authorized
repair to the existing product. Such replacement or repair is warranted for the remainder of the
original limited warranty period.
Transferable Limited Warranty on Components Other Than Glass
The non-glass portions of your Renewal by Andersen windows (including non-electric operators, locks, lifts, balance systems, hinges, handles, insect screens, weatherstripping, sash
and frame members) are warranted to be free from defects in manufacturing, materials and
workmanship for a period of ten (10) years from the original installation date.
In the event a component other than glass fails as a result of a defect in manufacturing, materials or workmanship within the limited warranty period, Renewal by Andersen, at its option, will:
[1] provide and install the appropriate replacement parts or [2] provide a factory-authorized
repair to the existing product. Such replacement or repair is warranted for the remainder of the
original limited warranty period.
Transferable Limited Warranty on Exterior Color Finish
The color finish on the Fibrex® material exterior components (frame, sash, window sills and
grilles) on Renewal by Andersen windows is warranted to be free from manufacturing defects
resulting in color fade greater than 5 delta-e*
measured in accordance with astm d2244 for a
period of ten (10) years from the original installation date.
What is not covered by this exterior color finish warranty: weatherstripping, accessories and
hardware, including insect screen frames, handles, trim sets and lock components, exterior
trim profiles and exterior aluminum coil stock.
In the event there is a defect covered by this limited warranty for exterior color finish within
the limited warranty period, Renewal by Andersen, at its option, will: [1] refinish the product –
labor is included (the finish will be applied with standard commercial refinishing techniques
and may not be the same finish as originally applied to the product) or [2] repair or replace
the product. Such replacement parts or repairs are warranted for the remainder of the original
limited warranty period.
Transferable Limited Warranty on Installation
Installation of your Renewal by Andersen windows or other Andersen window and/or door products by an authorized Renewal by Andersen contractor is warranted for a period of two (2)
years from the date of original installation. During this period, should your Renewal by Andersen window or door fail to perform according to our specifications due to improper original
installation, we will bring the workmanship up to our professional standards, at no cost to you.
This limited warranty on installation does not extend to labor/services performed by anyone
other than the original authorized installer or other authorized Renewal by Andersen contractor,
nor to the installation or repair of any finishing or other materials that have been applied to or
adjacent to the product after the initial installation.
No Other Warranties or Representations
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT
NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ALL WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS, BUT IN NO CASE WILL
EXTEND BEYOND THE LIMITED WARRANTY PERIODS SPECIFIED ABOVE. RENEWAL BY ANDERSEN EXCLUDES
AND WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER ARISING OUT OF
CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE. THE REMEDY OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE ACTUAL PURCHASE
PRICE OF THE PRODUCT PROVIDED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY WITH RESPECT
TO ANY AND ALL LOSS OR DAMAGE.
Applicable Law
This Limited Warranty is only applicable in the U.S.A. (i.e. the fifty states and the District of
Columbia) and Canada. This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have
other rights which vary from state to state or province. Some states do not allow the exclusion
or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitation of the duration of an implied
warranty, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. If any specific term
of this Limited Warranty is prohibited by any applicable law, it shall be null and void, but the
remainder of this Limited Warranty shall remain in full force and effect.
Renewal by Andersen® Products and Installation Transferable Limited Warranty
UNITS INSTALLED AFTER MAY 1, 2016
*Technical measurement of color fade.
W A R R A N T Y
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Fully Transfable
20Y E A R S
GLASS & FIBREX®
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What is Not covered by this Limited Warranty
Specific Additional Exclusions
In addition to any other limitations or exclusions in this Limited Warranty, Renewal by Andersen
shall have no obligation for product failure, damage or costs due to or related to the following:
• Product modifications or glass shading devices (e.g. glass tinting, security systems,
improper painting or staining, insulated coverings, etc.)
• Failure due to the application of non Renewal by Andersen hardware (e.g. locksets,
trim sets, hinges, panic hardware, closers, etc.)
• Water infiltration other than as a result of a defect in manufacturing, materials
or workmanship
• Failure as a result of settling or structural failure of the structure in which the
products are installed
• Condensation, other than as a result of a defect in manufacturing, materials or
workmanship
• Improper maintenance, such as use of brick wash, razor blades, sealants, sanding
or improper washing
• Failing to properly seal and maintain the exposed wood portions and veneer of a
product in accordance to Renewal by Andersen painting or staining guidelines
• Fading of furniture, flooring, window coverings or other surrounding materials
• Chemicals or airborne pollutants, such as salt or acid rain
• Accidents
• Acts of God
• Normal wear and tear
Additional items excluded from this limited warranty:
• Products not manufactured by Renewal by Andersen
• Installation services by other than authorized Renewal by Andersen installers
• Removal of Renewal by Andersen windows from the structure in which it was
originally installed by anyone other than an authorized Renewal by Andersen
installer
• The performance of the low-maintenance exterior glass coating on products
with high-performance Low-e4® glass – performance will vary depending on
environmental conditions
• Slight glass curvature, minor scratches or other imperfections in the glass that do
not impair structural integrity or significantly obscure normal vision
• Rattling of grille bars within an air space
• Insects passing through or around the insect screen
• Tarnish or corrosion to hardware finishes
• Special glazings – contact us concerning the limited warranty on special glazings
• Art glass and decorative insulated art glass, impact-resistant glass
• Renewal by Andersen Series 2 windows and patio doors, Andersen® A-Series
windows and doors, 400 Series and 200 Series windows and doors, 400 Series
windows with Stormwatch® protection and impact-resistant glass, 100 Series
windows and doors, storm doors, E-Series windows and doors, Silver Line®
windows and doors, American Craftsman® windows and doors and Weiland®
windows and doors have their own limited warranties and are not covered by this
Limited Warranty – for information on warranty coverage for these products, please
refer to the specific limited warranties for these products – they are available at
andersenwindows.com
Warranty Claim Procedure
To make a claim under this Limited Warranty, contact the nearest Renewal by Andersen® showroom, our Warranty Service Line at 800-441-1109 or visit our website at renewalbyandersen.com.
We will contact you to investigate your claim within approximately two weeks after notification
and arrange for appropriate action. Warranty services may be provided by Renewal by Andersen
and/or an authorized Renewal by Andersen service provider.
You can help us serve you faster by providing the following important information:
• The serial number of the affected product (e.g., located on a label affixed to the top
or side of the window frame)
• Description of the product concerns
• Documentation of the purchase date, if available
• Your name, address (with zip code) where product is installed and telephone
numbers
Non-Warranty Repair
You will be responsible for all costs related to any repair that is not covered by this Limited
Warranty or which is outside of the limited warranty period. When warranty coverage is unclear,
Renewal by Andersen may charge an inspection fee for any on-site product inspections. If the
inspector determines the Renewal by Andersen product has a defect covered by this Limited
Warranty, the inspection fee will be waived.